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Handwarmer with deer, cranes, and pine trees
Handwarmer with deer, cranes, and pine trees

Handwarmer with deer, cranes, and pine trees

Place of OriginChina
Date1644-1911
DynastyQing dynasty (1644-1911)
MaterialsEnamel on metal
DimensionsH. 5 in x W. 5 1/2 in x D. 4 1/2 in; H. 12.7 cm x W. 13.9 cm x D. 11.4 cm (overall w/handle)
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object number1999.34.a-.c
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsMetal Arts
On View
On view
LocationGallery 17
More Information

The creatures and birds here form several pictorial rebuses implying prosperity, happiness, and longevity.

Subject
  • dragon
  • phoenix
  • bat
  • crane
  • deer
  • flower